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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Criminology with Forensic Science
University of Hull
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Criminology with Forensic Science course at University of Hull.
Most popular A-levels studied
The Criminology with Forensic Science course at University of Hull features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.
| Subject | Grade |
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| Psychology | D |
| Sociology | C |
| Law | D |
| Biology | B |
| Mathematics | D |
| Subject | Grade |
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| Psychology | C |
| Sociology | C |
| Law | D |
| History | B |
| English Language | C |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: M9F4
Here's what University of Hull says about its Criminology with Forensic Science course.
Bring the theory behind crime and offending to life with hands-on experience of collecting, processing and preserving evidence.
Hull is one of the few universities in the UK with a purpose-built replica Crime Scene Training Facility. Here, you’ll be guided by industry experts and use scientific techniques to examine criminal activities, gaining unique insight into potential criminology roles.
We were one of the first universities to teach Criminology over 50 years ago, and our research leaders are still at the forefront today. A combination of core and optional modules, and the opportunity to apply for a placement with Humberside Police, make sure you develop in-demand skills relevant to the modern criminal justice industry.
Why study at Hull?
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Go behind the scenes: We’re one of the few UK universities with a Replica Crime Scene Training Facility on campus. Here, you can collect evidence, explore criminal activity, and bring forensic science to life.
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Learn in the line of duty: Put theory into practice on field trips to courts, police stations and prisons, and get the chance to apply for a semester-long placement with Humberside Police.
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Network with major employers: Meet significant regional and national employers at our annual Careers in Criminal Justice Fair.
Where could this take me?
Crime and offending in the 21st century are complex. The combination of criminology with forensic science in this degree makes your skills relevant and immediately useful in a wide range of careers.
Many graduates go into careers within forensic science, the police force, HM Prison Services, the Probation Service, legal professions, analysis, social work, the charity sector or the Civil Service.
Source: University of Hull
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Department
Faculty of Arts, Cultures and Education
Location
The University of Hull | Hull
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Forensic science
• Criminology
Start date
14 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,790 per year |
| Scotland | £9,790 per year |
| Wales | £9,790 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £9,790 per year |
| Channel Islands | £9,790 per year |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,790 per year |
| International | £17,500 per year |
The modules you will study
Core modules include:
Introduction to forensic science Introduction to DNA and Chromatography Becoming a Criminologist Crime Scene to Courtroom Advanced Forensic Science
Optional modules include:
Think You Know Policing? Terrorism and Cybersecurity Criminal investigation What Works Criminology Quantitative Data Analysis
How you will be assessed
You'll be assessed through a combination of written, practical and coursework assessments throughout your degree.
Written assessment typically includes exams and multiple choice tests.
Practical is an assessment of your skills and competencies. This could include presentations, school experience, work experience or laboratory work.
Coursework typically includes essays, written assignments, dissertations, research projects or producing a portfolio of your work.
University of Hull student reviews
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National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of Hull
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
The Criminology with Forensic Science course at University of Hull features content from more than one subject area. Using the options below, you can see ratings from students who took courses in each of these subject areas at this uni
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
94%
high
Teaching on my course
94%
high
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
96%
high
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
99%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
87%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
95%
high
Learning opportunities
88%
med
Learning opportunities
88%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
89%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
93%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
94%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
88%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
77%
med
Assessment and feedback
86%
med
Assessment and feedback
86%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
87%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
95%
high
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
80%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
87%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
82%
med
Academic support
86%
med
Academic support
86%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
80%
low
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
95%
med
Organisation and management
79%
med
Organisation and management
79%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
88%
med
How well organised is your course?
71%
med
Learning resources
87%
low
Learning resources
87%
low
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
90%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
90%
low
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
83%
low
Student voice
83%
med
Student voice
83%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
71%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
86%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
91%
high
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
78%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
86%
low
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
77%
med
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
79%
low
Teaching on my course
79%
low
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
80%
low
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
91%
low
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
70%
low
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
73%
low
Learning opportunities
80%
low
Learning opportunities
80%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
74%
low
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
84%
low
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
79%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
80%
low
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
82%
med
Assessment and feedback
81%
med
Assessment and feedback
81%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
84%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
80%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
70%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
90%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
78%
med
Academic support
85%
med
Academic support
85%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
85%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
87%
med
Organisation and management
80%
med
Organisation and management
80%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
80%
med
How well organised is your course?
81%
med
Learning resources
87%
med
Learning resources
87%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
87%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
91%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
84%
med
Student voice
73%
med
Student voice
73%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
64%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
80%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
77%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
74%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
80%
low
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
73%
low
Student information
The Criminology with Forensic Science course at University of Hull features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
The Criminology with Forensic Science course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for information about University of Hull graduates across each of those subject areas.
Graduate statistics
60%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
90%
In work, study or other activity
60%
Say it fits with future plans
45%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
20%
Natural and social science professionals
15%
Science, engineering and technology associate professionals
10%
Caring personal services
10%
Protective service occupations
Graduate statistics
40%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
85%
In work, study or other activity
60%
Say it fits with future plans
55%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
16%
Administrative occupations
14%
Protective service occupations
12%
Sales occupations
10%
Elementary occupations
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from University of Hull graduates who took Criminology with Forensic Science - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£20.8k
First year after graduation
£24.8k
Third year after graduation
£24.5k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Criminology with Forensic Science.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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